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Autism Support & Assessment

Whether you're seeking clarity for the first time or ongoing support after a diagnosis, The Meeting Matters provides compassionate autism support and assessment for children, teens and adults in Islamabad and online across Pakistan — individualized care that meets each person where they are, not a one-size-fits-all program.

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Common Concerns We Help With

Parents come to us noticing delayed or different communication and social development, difficulty with changes in routine, sensory sensitivities, or repetitive behaviours and intense specific interests. Adults often reach out after years of feeling different without knowing why, seeking assessment or support navigating work, relationships and daily life as an autistic adult.

Our Approach

We take a strengths-based, individualized approach rather than treating autism as something to be "fixed" — support is built around each person's specific communication style, sensory needs and goals, with an emphasis on building practical skills and self-understanding rather than compliance.

What This Involves

Depending on age and needs, support may include developmental assessment, social communication skill-building, sensory-aware strategies, family and parent guidance, and support for co-occurring concerns like anxiety, which is common alongside autism. Both in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic and online sessions are available.

Who This Is For

Children and teens with diagnosed or suspected autism spectrum concerns, and adults seeking assessment or support later in life — including those who suspect they may be autistic but have never been formally assessed.

What to Expect

Your first session focuses on understanding your (or your child's) specific experience, communication style and goals — from there, we build an individualized plan, involving family or parents where helpful, at a pace that respects your autonomy and comfort.

15+ Years of Experience You Can Trust

The Meeting Matters has been providing professional counseling, therapy and training since 2010 — over fifteen years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples and families across Pakistan and around the world. Our psychologists are trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR and psychodynamic therapy, delivered through confidential online counseling and online therapy as well as in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic.

Key Benefits

  • Individualized, strengths-based approach
  • Assessment and ongoing support for all ages
  • Family and parent guidance included where relevant
  • Support for co-occurring anxiety and sensory concerns
  • In-person in Islamabad or online across Pakistan
  • Confidential, non-judgemental setting

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PKR 5,000–15,000

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What we do

Compassionate care for every stage

Conditions We Treat

Specialist Support for Specific Concerns

Depression

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Anxiety

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Panic Disorder

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Social Anxiety

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

OCD

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

PTSD & Trauma

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Postpartum Depression

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Insomnia & Sleep Issues

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Anger Management

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Drug Addiction Treatment

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Addiction Counselling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Alcohol Dependence

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Bereavement & Grief

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

ADHD

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Bipolar Disorder

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Anorexia & Eating Disorders

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Binge Eating Disorder

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Teen Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Learning Difficulties Therapy

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Child Behavioral Therapy

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Autism Support & Assessment

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Workplace Burnout & Stress

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Infidelity & Affair Recovery

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

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Gender & Sexuality-Related Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Stress Management Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Divorce & Separation Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

About us

A safe place to be heard, understood and supported.

Searching for a psychologist or therapist near you? The Meeting Matters brings together experienced psychologists and therapists who combine compassion, confidentiality and evidence-based care. We support clients in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi across Islamabad, Pakistan, the UK and online.

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Our Islamabad Clinic

House 66, Street 73, F-11/1, Islamabad — easily reachable from F-sectors, E-sectors, Bahria Town, DHA Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Prefer not to travel? The same experienced team is available online.

Meet our team

Expert therapists, human care

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

CEO/Lead Psychologist

CBTDBTCouples
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Tasmia Asghar

Tasmia Asghar

Clinical Psychologist, CBT, DBT & NLP Therapist

Family TherapyRelationship CrisisTeen Counselling
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Ayesha Tariq

Ayesha Tariq

Clinical Psychologist, Drug Addiction Specialist

Drug AddictionCBTRelapse Prevention
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Lamiah Munaf

Lamiah Munaf

Teenage Counselor & Educational Remedial Therapist

Self-Esteem & Confidence BuildingPeer Pressure & Healthy Decision-MakingBehavioral Modification
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Testimonials

Stories of support and progress

I had a really great experience at Meeting Matters Clinic in F-11. The therapists here are highly professional aur unka ravaiya bohat supportive hai. It's not easy to find a safe space for mental health, but yahan ka mahol bohat pur-sakoon…

Muhammad Subhan Azeem · Google Review

I am truly grateful to Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and the team at Meeting Matters. I reached out during one of the most difficult periods of my life while dealing with grief and trying to be the best parent I could be for my children. Ms. Tasmiya's…

Hashir Kiani · Google Review

I was experiencing gender dysphoria, and my father took me to see Dr. Ayesha Tariq for therapy. So far, I have completed 15 sessions with her. During this time, she has helped me understand and process my emotions in a healthier way and has…

Muhammad Maaz · Google Review

This is my first time seeking therapy. I am glad I reached out to Meeting Matters. Mr. Naushad Anjum made me feel comfortable and understood during a difficult season.

Client from Dubai, Online Session, marriage difficulties

The sessions were very helpful in terms of helping me recognize errors in my thought process and build healthier coping strategies.

Client, 21, MBBS student, stress & anxiety

Comfortable clinic, quick responsiveness. Appointments are scheduled regularly and at appropriate times, which helped me stay consistent.

Client, 20, self-destructive behavior

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